ABS KIA NIRO PHEV 2021 Owners Manual

Features of your vehicle
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Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS) Warning Light
This warning light illuminates:
Once you set the ignition switch or
ENGINE START/STOP button to
the ON position.
- It illuminates for approximately 3
seconds and then goes off.
When there is a malfunction with
the ABS (The normal braking sys-
tem will still be operational without
the assistance of the anti-lock
brake system).
In this case, have your vehicle
inspected by an authorized Kia
dealer.
Electronic
Brake force
Distribution
(EBD) System
Warning Light
These two warning lights illuminate at
the same time while driving:
When the ABS and regular brake
system may not work normally.
In this case, have your vehicle
inspected by an authorized Kia
dealer.
WARNING - Electronic
Brake force Distribution
(EBD) System Warning Light
When both ABS and Parking
Brake & Brake Fluid Warning
Lights are on, the brake system
will not work normally and you
may experience an unexpected
and dangerous situation during
sudden braking thereby
increasing the risk of a crash
and injury. In this case, avoid
high speed driving and abrupt
braking. Have your vehicle
inspected by an authorized Kia
dealer as soon as possible.

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NOTICE- Electronic Brake
force Distribution (EBD)
System Warning Light
When the ABS Warning Light is on
or both ABS and Parking Brake &
Brake Fluid Warning Lights are on,
the speedometer, odometer, or trip-
meter may not work. Also, the EPS
Warning Light may illuminate and
the steering effort may increase or
decrease.
In this case, have your vehicle inspect-
ed by an authorized Kia dealer as
soon as possible.
Regenerative Brake
Warning Light
This warning light illuminates :
When the regenerative brake does
not operate and the brake does not
perform well. This causes the Brake
Warning light (red) and Regenerative
Brake Warning Light (yellow) to illu-
minate simultaneously.
In this case, drive safely and have
your vehicle inspected by an author-
ized Kia dealer.
Electric Power Steering
(EPS) Warning Light
This warning light illuminates:
Once you set the ignition switch or
ENGINE START/STOP button to
the ON position.
- It remains on until the engine is
started.
When there is a malfunction with
the EPS.
In this case, have your vehicle
inspected by an authorized Kia
dealer.
(yellow color)
(red color)

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This function will activate when
backing up with the ignition switch
or ENGINE START/STOP button to
the ON position.
If the vehicle is moving at a speed
over 3 mph (5 km/h), the function
may not be activated correctly.
The sensing distance while the
back-up warning function is in
operation is approximately 48 in
(120 cm) at the rear bumper center
area, 24 in (60 cm) at the rear
bumper both side area.
When more than two objects are
sensed at the same time, the clos-
est one will be recognized first.
Types of warning sound
When an object is 24 in to 48 in (60
cm to 120 cm) from the rear
bumper: Buzzer beeps intermit-
tently.
When an object is 12 in to 24 in (30
cm to 60 cm) from the rear
bumper: Buzzer beeps more fre-
quently.
When an object is within 12 in (30
cm) of the rear bumper:
Buzzer sounds continuously.
Non-operational conditions of
Reverse Parking Distance
Warning
Reverse Parking Distance
Warning may not operate properly
when:
1. Moisture is frozen to the sensor. (It
will operate normally once the
moisture clears.
2. The sensor is covered with foreign
matter, such as snow or water, or
the sensor cover is blocked. (It will
operate normally when the materi-
al is removed or the sensor is no
longer blocked.)
3. Driving on uneven road surfaces
(unpaved roads, gravel, bumps,
gradient).
4. Objects generating excessive
noise (vehicle horns, loud motor-
cycle engines, or truck air brakes)
are within range of the sensor.
5. Heavy rain or water spray exists.
6. Wireless transmitters or mobile
phones are within range of the
sensor.
7. The sensor is covered with snow.
8. Trailer towingThe detecting range may decrease
when:
1. The sensor is covered with foreign
matter such as snow or water.
(The sensing range will return to
normal when removed.)
2. Outside air temperature is
extremely hot or cold.
The following objects may not be
recognized by the sensor:
1. Sharp or slim objects such as
ropes, chains or small poles.
2. Objects which tend to absorb the
sensor frequency such as clothes,
sound absorbent material or snow.
3. Undetectable objects smaller than
4 in (100 cm) in height and nar-
rower than 6 in (14 cm) in diame-
ter.

Driving your vehicle
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Regenerative Braking
(Paddle Shifter)
The paddle shifter is used to adjust
the regenerative braking level from 0
to 3 during decelerating or braking.
Left side [-] : Increases regenera-
tive braking and deceleration.
Right side [+] : Decreases regener-
ative braking and deceleration.
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NOTICE
• The control level will be started at
0 when the engine start. It will
activate only in D (Drive) range.
• If you operate the shift lever (to P,
R, N/Sport), Regen B mode will be
cancelled and if you return to D
(Drive) range, the Regen B mode
will be returned to 0 level.
• Regen B mode will be cancelled
when ABS, ESC operate.
• The speed decrement may differ-
ent depends on the vehicle speed
even in the same Regen B level.
(The speed decrement in each level
is bigger in the city driving than
that of highway driving.)
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NOTICE
The vehicle does not completely stop
by using paddle shifter lever. When
the Regen B power reduced, the
vehicle slowly moves about 10 km/h.
In order to stop the vehicle, depress
the brake pedal.
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NOTICE
The paddle shifter does not operate
when:
• The [-] and [+] paddle shifters are
pulled at the same time.
• The vehicle is decelerating by
depressing the brake pedal.
• Cruise Control or Smart Cruise
Control is activated.
REGENERATIVE BRAKING SYSTEM
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WARNING
Usage of the regenerative brak-
ing function may be limited
according to the battery and
motor’s condition. (over charge,
high and low temperature)
Check traffic and driving condi-
tions. If necessary, control the
vehicle speed by using the
brake pedal.

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Regeneration unavailable. Battery
full
If SOC(State of High voltage battery
Charge) is high, it is not possible to
enable Regen B mode. Use the func-
tion again after normal driving.
Regeneration conditions not met
If the motor and battery is in
high/low temperature status or if
there is a malfunction on battery
and transmission, the warning
message will be displayed.
If the vehicle entering the Regen B
mode during the activation of
ABS/Cruise Control/Smart Cruise
Control, the warning message will
be displayed.
Once the warning message is dis-
played, the usage of function will be
temporarily limited. Use the function
again after normal driving.
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AUTO HOLD conditions not met.
Close door and hood
When you press the [AUTO HOLD]
switch, if the driver’s door, engine
hood are not closed, a warning will
sound and a message will appear on
the LCD display. At this moment,
press the [AUTO HOLD] button after
closing the driver’s door and hood.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
ABS (or ESC) will not prevent acci-
dents due to improper or dangerous
driving maneuvers. Even though
vehicle control is improved during
emergency braking, always maintain
a safe distance between you and
objects ahead. Vehicle speeds
should always be reduced during
extreme road conditions. The vehicle
should be driven at reduced speeds
in the following circumstances:
When driving on rough, gravel or
snow-covered roads
When driving with tire chains
installed
When driving on roads where the
road surface is pitted or has differ-
ent surface heights.
Driving in these conditions increases
the stopping distance for your vehicle.The ABS continuously senses the
speed of the wheels. If the wheels
are going to lock, the ABS system
repeatedly modulates the hydraulic
brake pressure to the wheels.
When you apply your brakes under
conditions which may lock the
wheels, you may hear a “tik-tik’’
sound from the brakes, or feel a cor-
responding sensation in the brake
pedal. This is normal and it means
your ABS is active.
In order to obtain the maximum benefit
from your ABS in an emergency situa-
tion, do not attempt to modulate your
brake pressure and do not try to pump
your brakes. Press your brake pedal as
hard as possible to allow the ABS to
control the force being delivered to the
brakes.
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NOTICE
A click sound may be heard in the
engine compartment when the vehi-
cle begins to move after the engine is
started. These conditions are normal
and indicate that the anti-lock brake
system is functioning properly.
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Even with the anti-lock brake sys-
tem, your vehicle still requires suf-
ficient stopping distance. Always
maintain a safe distance from the
vehicle in front of you.
Always slow down when cornering.
The anti-lock brake system cannot
prevent accidents resulting from
excessive speeds.
On loose or uneven road surfaces,
operation of the anti-lock brake
system may result in a longer stop-
ping distance than for vehicles
equipped with a conventional
brake system.The ABS warning light will stay on for
approximately 3 seconds after the
ignition switch or the ENGINE
START/STOP button is ON. During
that time, the ABS will go through
self-diagnosis and the light will go off
if everything is normal. If the light
stays on, you may have a problem
with your ABS. Contact an author-
ized Kia dealer as soon as possible. When you drive on a road having
poor traction, such as an icy road,
and have operated your brakes
continuously, the ABS will be active
continuously and the ABS warning
light may illuminate. Pull your vehi-
cle over to a safe place and stop
the engine.
Restart the engine. If the ABS
warning light goes off, then your
ABS system is normal. Otherwise,
you may have a problem with the
ABS. Contact an authorized Kia
dealer as soon as possible.
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NOTICE
When you jump start your vehicle
because of a drained battery, the
engine may not run as smoothly and
the ABS warning light may turn on at
the same time. This happens because
of low battery voltage. It does not
mean your ABS has malfunctioned.
• Do not pump your brakes!
• Have the battery recharged before
driving the vehicle.
Electronic Stability Control
(ESC)
The Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) system is designed to stabi-
lize the vehicle during cornering
maneuvers. ESC checks where you
are steering and where the vehicle is
actually going. ESC applies the
brakes on individual wheels and
intervenes with the engine manage-
ment system to stabilize the vehicle.
Electronic stability control (ESC) will
not prevent accidents. Excessive
speed in turns, abrupt maneuvers
and hydroplaning on wet surfaces
can still result in serious accidents.Only a safe and attentive driver can
prevent accidents by avoiding
maneuvers that cause the vehicle to
lose traction. Even with ESC
installed, always follow all the normal
precautions for driving - including
driving at safe speeds for the condi-
tions.
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WARNING
For maximum protection, always
wear your seat belt. No system,
no matter how advanced, can
compensate for all driver error
and/or driving conditions.
Always drive responsibly.

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ESC OFF usage
When driving
ESC should be turned on for daily
driving whenever possible.
To turn ESC off while driving, press
the ESC OFF button while driving
on a flat road surface.
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NOTICE
• When operating the vehicle on a
dynamometer, ensure that the
ESC is turned off (ESC OFF light
illuminated). If the ESC is left on,
it may prevent the vehicle speed
from increasing, and result in false
diagnosis.
• Turning the ESC off does not
affect ABS or brake system opera-
tion.WARNING- Electronic sta-
bility control
Drive carefully even though your
vehicle has Electronic Stability
Control. It can only assist you in
maintaining control under cer-
tain circumstances.
WARNING- Operating
ESC
Never press the ESC OFF but-
ton while ESC is operating (ESC
indicator light blinks).
If ESC is turned off while ESC is
operating, the vehicle may slip
out of control.

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SCC Not Operating Conditions
The driver’s door is opened.
The vehicle is shifted to N (Neutral)
/ R (Reverse) / P (Parking).
The parking brake is applied.
The vehicle speed is not within the
specified SCC range.
The ESC (Electronic Stability
Control), TCS (Traction Control
System)or ABS is operating. The ESC (Electronic Stability
Control), TCS (Traction Control
System)or ABS is off.
The ESC (Electronic Stability
Control), TCS (Traction Control
System)or ABS is operating.
The sensor cover is extremely con-
taminated.
The engine performance is abnor-
mal.
Forward Collision-Avoidance
Assist is activated.
The engine RPM is in the red zone.
The front radar is abnormal.
To increase Smart Cruise Control
set speed:
Follow either of these procedures:
Push the switch up (to RES+), and
hold it. Your vehicle set speed will
increase by 5 mph (10 km/h).
Release the switch at the speed
you want.
Push the switch up (to RES+), and
release it immediately. The cruising
speed will increase by 1.0 mph (1.0
km/h) each time you move the
switch up (to RES+) in this manner.
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